Alder Elementary ACTIVITY LEADER - TEMPORARY

Metropolitan Family Service; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a Temporary Activity Leader to inspire and engage elementary students in afterschool programs. This role involves leading fun classes in arts, sports, and academics, fostering a positive and safe environment for learning. As part of a dedicated team, you'll help shape young minds while ensuring each child feels valued and included. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and enjoy working in a diverse setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and creating engaging lesson plans for children.
• Ability to manage behavior in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach engaging afterschool activities for elementary students.
• Supervise students during class and daily routines.

Skills

Teaching children

Lesson planning

Behavior management

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma

Experience working with children

Job description

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Position Description

MFS helps people move beyond the limitations of poverty, inequity and social isolation. Through social innovation and a focus on prevention, MFS delivers proven programs to help people succeed at home, in school and in the community.

Metropolitan Family Service

Position Description

MFS helps people move beyond the limitations of poverty, inequity and social isolation. Through social innovation and a focus on prevention, MFS delivers proven programs to help people succeed at home, in school and in the community.

MFS is always looking for qualified and dedicated employees committed to helping us strengthen the community. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your skills and enthusiasm to help people in the Portland area, we would love to talk with you about our current opening listed below.

Moving Lives Forward.

We are currently seeking an Afterschool Activity Leader to lead fun and engaging classes for a diverse group of students in the following areas: arts & crafts, sports, academic enrichment, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Each class will consist of approx. 15 students grouped by grade level. Class materials and supplies will be provided.

Please review the job description below and submit a cover letter and resume as soon as possible. No phone calls, please. In your cover letter, please include your experience working with elementary-age children and which types of afterschool classes you would be interested in teaching.

Position Title: Temporary SUN Activity Leader Reports To: SUN Site Manager

Location: Alder Elementary

Position Dates: 4/7/25-5/22/25

General Description

Metropolitan Family Service position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to complete. They are intended as a general outline of the essential work responsibilities and qualifications of the position.

Under general supervision of the SUN Site Manager, SUN Activity Leaders are responsible for designing, planning and teaching afterschool activities. SUN afterschool programming enriches students lives by offering fun, hands-on activities that inspire learning and build skills for healthy lifestyles. Our goal is to provide a safe, positive learning environment that recognizes the potential of each child. Activities may include academic support, service-learning, sports & recreation, fine arts, and other high-interest themes.

Values

• We use creative and proactive problem solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services.
• We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence.
• We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity.
• Equity & Social Justice
• Values working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment
• Values and supports inclusion and program access for clients
• Supports agency goals for reducing disparity in outcomes for communities of color
• Adopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilege
  
  

Summary Of Position

Develop and facilitate afterschool activities. The employee will be responsible for programmatic, organizational, and classroom duties. He or she will work directly with the SUN Site Manager, Principal, school staff, and students. Employees are part time, temporary employees of Metropolitan Family Service.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Develop and teach engaging, age-appropriate lessons with ties to academics, recreation and/or the arts during the afterschool hours

• Supervise groups of 12-16 students while maintaining school-appropriate class decorum.
• Supervise groups during daily routines such as meal time, recess, bathroom breaks, and class transitions.
• Record and turn in student attendance daily.
• Maintain classroom and school rules to ensure students are safe.
• Communicate frequently with the SUN Site Manager about individual student progress, successes and concerns. Keep the SUN Site Manager informed about overall class development and needed support.
• Maintain positive working relationships with students, families, school staff, and custodians.
• Work within school and agency policies. Protect student confidentiality
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting
• An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills
• A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion
• Demonstrate excitement in working with children. Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities
• Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior management is a MUST
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form)
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus
• Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English)
• All employees must submit a criminal background check
  
  

Hours

Mon-Thurs 2:00-5:00pm

Term

The current term is Spring. SUN activities are not held on Reynolds School District No-School or Early Release Days. Position may have an option of continuing for future school terms. SUN Activity Leaders are part-time, temporary employees of Metropolitan Family Service.

Compensation

Varies depending on experience.

Metropolitan Family Service is committed to building a diverse workforce to broaden and deepen our work in the communities we serve. We strongly urge candidates from communities of color, disability, LGBTQIA+, linguistically diverse populations, older adults and military veterans to consider application to our positions. MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions

Please include your experience and two professional references in your online application. Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.

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